- Wrongful DeathWe represented a large corporation facing federal criminal prosecution and dozens of injury and wrongful death lawsuits arising out of a sudden and catastrophic explosion.
- FraudWe won acquittal at trial for a foreign-exchange trader charged with federal wire fraud based on alleged manipulation of FX option prices.
- White Collar CrimesWe provide aggressive, cost-effective representation in complex criminal and civil matters. We deliver top-tier legal services in the nimble, responsive environment of a small law firm. Chambers USA ranks us in Band 1 of California specialist firms in white-collar crime and government investigations, describing us as a “boutique practice with tremendous credentials in challenging trial work.”
- Theft
- MurderWe won acquittal of first degree murder charges against San Francisco adult entertainment mogul James Mitchell of the Mitchell Brothers O’Farrell Theatre.
- ManslaughterWe won a directed verdict at trial for a public utility employee charged with vehicular manslaughter arising from an on-the-job collision.
- Business DisputesOn the civil side, we specialize in high-stakes claims with multimillion-dollar exposure and significant reputational considerations. We handle matters ranging from catastrophic personal injuries to complex business disputes, always working together with our clients to achieve their goals in the most efficient manner. When a sure and swift resolution is paramount, we aggressively pursue strategies to bring our opponent to the table to negotiate a favorable resolution. When it is in our clients’ best interests, however, we hold the line through trial, planning and preparing the best possible defense with diligence, creativity, and relentless determination.
- Trade Secrets
- Antitrust
- Sexual HarassmentWe have conducted dozens of internal investigations, for various clients, relating to allegations of fraud, sexual harassment, security breaches, financial improprieties, safety violations, theft, and retaliation.